Sights
City Gate and Parliament House
The modern entrance to Valletta, designed by Renzo Piano together with the stone-clad Parliament building and the open-air theatre in the shell of the old opera house.
Practical
VisitMalta tourist information (City Gate)
The national tourism office's information point by the City Gate bus terminus, for maps, bus routes and ferry times. Hours vary, so check locally.
From the ship
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Valletta Cruise Port (Pinto Wharf, Valletta Waterfront) | 9 min | walk |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
Nearby
Sights
National Museum of Archaeology
Finds from Malta's prehistoric temples, including the small Sleeping Lady figure, displayed in a former Knights' inn on Republic Street.
Beaches & parks
Upper Barrakka Gardens
Arcaded gardens on the highest point of the walls, with a sweeping view across the Grand Harbour to the Three Cities. The lift from the quay arrives right here.